Mayor-elect Michael R. Bloomberg today announced that he is appointing Daniel L. Doctoroff as Deputy Mayor for Economic Development and Rebuilding. As Deputy Mayor, Doctoroff will oversee the planning and implementation of the policies that affect the economic viability of New York City. He will have responsibility for coordinating efforts to retain, attract and expand domestic and global businesses and will oversee the City's efforts to secure the 2012 Olympic Games. The Deputy Mayor will also oversee New York City's physical and economic response to the events of September 11, including coordinating with city and  state agencies, the federal government and the Lower Manhattan Redevelopment Corporation to redevelop the World Trade Center site and the financial district.     (Editor's note: Doctoroff was among the leaders who secured the 2001 World Championships of Wrestling for New York City, and are continuing their efforts to bring the event back to New York City in 2003. The World Championships were postponed then moved to other locations after the Sept. 11 attack on the United States).    "I am happy to announce that Dan Doctoroff will join our Administration as Deputy Mayor for Economic Development and Rebuilding," Bloomberg said. "Dan has had an extremely successful career in the private sector, with significant experience in a wide range of industries, businesses and financial transactions. He conceived of and led the development of the City's Olympic bid, which has generated enormous support and enthusiasm across all segments of the city. The vision of a New York Olympic Games has inspired New Yorkers about our future. Dan has the proven talent, energy and experience to lead our efforts to rebuild the city and enhance our economy."      "I share Mayor-elect Bloomberg's vision for our City and am honored that he has selected me for this  enormously challenging assignment," Doctoroff said. "If the effort to bring the Olympic Games to New York has taught me anything, it is how eager the people of this great city are to channel our vast strength, assets and spirit to accomplish remarkable things."     In addition to being founder and president of NYC2012, the not-for-profit corporation created to bring the Olympics to New York City in 2012, Doctoroff is managing partner of Oak Hill Capital Management, a leading private equity investment firm. Early in his career, he was an investment banker at Lehman Brothers and a pollster. Doctoroff is a graduate of Harvard College and the University of Chicago Law School. He is a member of several not-for-profit boards, including NYC and Company, the New York City Partnership and the YMCA of Greater New York. He and his wife Alisa have three children, Jacob, Ariel, and Jenna.     BELOW IS A LETTER FROM DOCTOROFF THAT IS POSTED ON THE NYC2012 WEBSITE    December 28, 2001    Dear Friend:     For seven years I have dreamed of harnessing the power of the Olympic Games to produce long-lasting social, economic and physical benefits for New York. Propelled by a remarkable team, a vague (and, to many, quixotic) idea has steadily been transformed into a bold plan that could have a dramatic impact on the future of our city. And our prospects for winning the right to host the Games have never been better.     September 11 has become the prism through which all of us now view the world. And it has given the mission of NYC2012 even greater significance. For we now recognize that a 2012 Olympic Games could act as  both a celebration for New York's renewal and a catalyst to it, by creating a firm ten-year deadline for the rebuilding process.     A couple of weeks ago, Mike Bloomberg (who is a member of our board and a contributor) asked me if I would serve as Deputy Mayor for Economic Development and Rebuilding. In that position, I would have responsibility for defining with him and then implementing the comprehensive plan to ensure that the city emerges from the September 11 tragedy economically stronger and more vibrant than ever.     Undoubtedly, the Olympic Games can play a major role in realizing our shared vision for the city's future. By taking a leadership role in the rebuilding effort, I believe that I can help to ensure that there will, in fact, be something truly extraordinary to celebrate in 2012 when, hopefully, we will host the Olympic Games in a restored New York. I also believe fervently that this is a time that demands that New Yorkers answer the call to serve. As a result, I am honored to accept Mayor-elect Bloomberg's offer.     I am confident that by joining Mayor-elect Bloomberg's team, our Olympic bid will only be strengthened. The Mayor-elect is an ardent supporter of our Olympic bid and fully understands the enormous benefits the Games can produce for our city and how it can be a catalyst to our rebuilding efforts. And while I will step down as President of NYC2012, one of my critical roles as Deputy Mayor will be to lead all of the city's efforts to bring the Games here. I certainly intend to continue to be New York's most passionate voice for our Olympic bid. At the same time, I know that we have built a superb team at NYC2012. Jay Kriegel, our Executive Director, and I have been developing a plan to add strength to the leadership of our Olympic bid, which should be announced early in the new year.     I am completely convinced that there exists today in our city a spirit unlike anything that we have seen in recent memory that will enable us to accomplish our most daring dreams for New York's future, including an Olympic Games in a revitalized city. NYC2012 has recently conducted intensive research with hundreds of New Yorkers, both in the city and across the state. The results are remarkable. More than 85% of New Yorkers now favor hosting the Games. More important is the intensity of their support. The pride that New Yorkers feel in their city, and in each other, is only exceeded by their willingness to sacrifice to ensure that New York remains the greatest city on earth - the place that celebrates the power of dreams and the triumph of the human spirit. It is that spirit that we will channel to achieve great things.     Your support and enthusiasm have helped to propel us to the position we are in today. I look forward to continuing to work with you as we together pursue our Olympic quest.     All the best,     Daniel L. Doctoroff